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Model Risk Manager Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Int Actuary Modeler

Cedar Rapids, IA

$53.50 - $69.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Model and quantify risks including equity and interest rate sensitivities, cash flow variability ... Apply risk management techniques and procedures, including the company's mandated risk ...

Technical Accounting Manager

Iowa City, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... with Model Risk management documentation for accounting models. * Assist with SOX documentation in the accounting group. * Demonstrate ability to understand and produce complex accounting and ...

Senior ALM Modeler

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Model and quantify risks including equity and interest rate sensitivities, cash flow variability ... Apply risk management techniques and procedures, including the company's mandated risk ...

AVP Model Development

West Des Moines, IA · On-site

$148K - $196K/yr

... management decision-making. * Develop andmaintainanalytical frameworks to assess the impact of model changes on financial reporting, capital, and risk metrics. * Investigate and explain material ...

Data and AI Enterprise Architect

Des Moines, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure responsible and compliant AI adoption, aligned with AI governance, model risk management, data privacy, and security controls . * Guide the integration of AI/ML capabilities into analytics ...

Data and AI Enterprise Architect

Davenport, IA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Ensure responsible and compliant AI adoption, aligned with AI governance, model risk management, data privacy, and security controls . * Guide the integration of AI/ML capabilities into analytics ...

ALM Modeler

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Model and quantify risks including equity and interest rate sensitivities, cash flow variability ... Apply risk management techniques and procedures, including the company's mandated risk ...

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How much do model risk manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for model risk manager in Iowa is $104,781.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $121,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a model risk manager do?

A Model Risk Manager is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with financial and analytical models used by an organization. They ensure that models are accurate, reliable, and compliant with regulatory standards by overseeing validation processes and monitoring model performance. Their role often includes collaborating with model developers, conducting independent reviews, and implementing model governance frameworks to minimize potential losses or errors stemming from model misuse or inaccuracies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a model risk manager?

To thrive as a Model Risk Manager, you need a solid background in quantitative finance, statistics, or mathematics, often supported by an advanced degree and experience in model development or validation. Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or R, risk management frameworks, and regulatory requirements like SR 11-7 or ECB guidelines is typically expected. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for articulating complex model risks to stakeholders. These competencies are vital for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and reliability of financial models within an organization.

What are common challenges a model risk manager faces when validating complex financial models?

Model Risk Managers often encounter challenges such as limited or incomplete data, evolving regulatory requirements, and the need to validate highly complex or proprietary models. They must work closely with model developers, quantitative analysts, and compliance teams to ensure all assumptions and methodologies are sound. Staying up to date with industry best practices and maintaining clear documentation are also crucial, as is effectively communicating findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What is the difference between Model Risk Manager vs Quantitative Analyst?

AspectModel Risk ManagerQuantitative Analyst
Required CredentialsAdvanced degrees in finance, statistics, or mathematics; certifications like FRM or CFADegree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related fields; often CFA or CQF
Work EnvironmentFocus on risk management teams within financial institutions; regulatory complianceAnalytical roles within trading, investment, or banking divisions; model development
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, banks, asset managersInvestment firms, hedge funds, banks, financial services

The Model Risk Manager primarily oversees and mitigates risks associated with financial models, ensuring compliance and accuracy. In contrast, Quantitative Analysts develop and implement models to support trading, investment, or risk strategies. While both roles require strong quantitative skills and similar credentials, their focus areas differ—risk management versus model development and analysis.

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Infographic showing various Model Risk Manager job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,781 per year, or $50.4 per hour.

Int Actuary Modeler

Aegon

Cedar Rapids, IA

$53.50 - $69.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Job Family

Treasury, Capital Management and Asset Liability Management

About Us

At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.

Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment - one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.

Who We Are

We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.

Today, we're part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what's important to them.

We're empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good - for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.

What We Do

Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.

Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It's part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com.

Job Description Summary

Build and analyze sophisticated models for insurance products, investments and/or portfolios to increase company risk adjusted returns. Leverage advanced knowledge of actuarial, financial, statistical, data science and/or balance sheet modeling analytics to develop, test and validate models for various functions within the company.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support modeling activities on various insurance liabilities, fixed-income assets and derivatives in actuarial systems, including AXIS/ALFA/MoSes.
  • Model and quantify risks including equity and interest rate sensitivities, cash flow variability, credit, alternative investment, or liquidity risks.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders from business line valuation, ALM, risk management, and financial/risk reporting etc.
  • Embrace new technologies to improve workflows
  • Build external or embedded controls to mitigate operating risks in workflows
  • Apply risk management techniques and procedures, including the company's mandated risk methodologies.
  • Gather and analyze market data, calculate hedge program or portfolio statistics and develop/use models to simulate financial reporting processes.
  • Apply and integrate statistical, mathematical, predictive modeling and business analysis skills to manage and manipulate complex high volume data from a variety of sources.
  • Interpret internal or external issues and recommend solutions/best practices.
  • Solve complex problems; take a broad perspective to identify solutions.
  • Build efficient models and processes with minimal guidance.
  • Apply judgment to modeling choices in a defensible manner.
  • Assess the materiality of various modeling and data choices


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical/quantitative discipline such as statistics, math, actuarial science, computer science, economics, engineering, or a related business field such as finance
  • Three years of modeling experience (or one with Master's degree) and knowledge of at least one product such as insurance liability, asset valuation, derivatives modeling, liquidity management, machine learning, or artificial intelligence
  • Good understanding of investment and finance concepts, and the ability to creatively apply them in solving analytical problems


Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree
  • Insurance or asset/derivatives modeling experience
  • Actuarial Science background
  • Experience with database design and usage
  • Programming experience in C++/C#/Python or other advanced language
  • MoSes/AXIS/ALFA or other actuarial software
  • QRM or similar asset liability software experience
  • SAS, R, SPSS or other statistical software experience


Working Conditions

  • This is a hybrid position requiring three days (Tuesday-Thursday) in office per week in one of our hub locations (Cedar Rapids, Baltimore, Philadelphia, or Denver).
  • Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position

Compensation

The salary for this position generally ranges between$88,000 - $95,000 annually.Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors includingqualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus of 10% based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion.

Disclaimer:

Beware of fake job offers!

We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:

  • We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
  • Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email.

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This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.

Compensation Benefits

  • Competitive Pay

  • Bonus for Eligible Employees

Benefits Package

  • Pension Plan

  • 401k Match

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Disability Insurance

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Employee Discounts

  • Career Training & Development Opportunities

Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits

  • Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.

  • Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).

  • Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars

  • Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Back-Up Care Program

  • PTO for Volunteer Hours

  • Employee Matching Gifts Program

  • Employee Resource Groups

  • Inclusion and Diversity Programs

  • Employee Recognition Program

  • Referral Bonus Programs

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.

To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.

Giving Back

We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.

Transamerica's Parent Company

Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.

* As of December 31, 2023